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Assisted Living in Ardmore, PA

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Living room with fireplace
Chef's kitchen with island
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Nurse-Led Care
Only 6 Residents
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Family-Owned

Talk to a Nurse, Not a Salesperson

When you call Bell Elite, you speak directly with a registered nurse — not a sales rep. Our nursing team includes RNs, LPNs, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and Family Nurse Practitioners who understand the clinical realities of aging.

RN — Registered NurseLPN — Licensed Practical NursePMHNP — Psychiatric Mental Health NPFNP — Family Nurse Practitioner

Assisted Living in Ardmore, PA

Ardmore sits in Montgomery County, where the price of assisted living swings by thousands of dollars a month depending on the setting — and the license behind the building matters more than the lobby.

Price the assisted living market in Montgomery County honestly and the band is wide: $5,200 – $9,400 a month for personal care, about $7,600 for assisted living, $33 – $38 an hour for home care that stops at 40 hours. We quote one all-inclusive figure from $5,900 and Ardmore families reach the door in about 15 minutes by Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway.

Ardmore families ask us who assisted living is really for. In practice: someone who needs help with private or semi-private room in a 6-resident home and 24-hour caregiver assistance and supervision, and whose family wants a nurse — not a rotating aide roster — making the calls. It also covers three home-cooked meals daily plus snacks and hydration. The tour from Suburban Square takes about 15 minutes.

Hospitals discharge to a plan, not to a building. What we send back to Lankenau Medical Center (5 min) for a assisted living resident is a documented medication schedule, a fall-risk assessment and a named nurse — which is why Montgomery County case managers use us when a family needs placement the same week.

The short answer

Bell Elite Senior Living provides assisted living for Ardmore, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 5 miles and about 15 minutes away — starting at $5,900 per month with daily registered-nurse oversight.

What Care Costs in Montgomery County

2026 local survey ranges. Confirm current rates directly with each provider — published rates change quarterly.

Bell Elite — Essential (all-inclusive)$5,900/mo
Bell Elite — Supportive$6,500/mo
Bell Elite — Comprehensive$7,500/mo
Montgomery County personal care home range$5,200 – $9,400/mo
Montgomery County assisted living median$7,600/mo
Home care in Montgomery County$33 – $38/hr
Nursing home, semi-private room$14,600/mo

A single all-inclusive rate is the whole bill at Bell Elite. Larger facilities typically add level-of-care fees, medication surcharges and community fees on top of the base rent.

Who licenses care in Montgomery County

Montgomery County personal care homes are licensed by DHS under Chapter 2600, with county protective services able to inspect on complaint.

Licensing body: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Families can also call Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services — the county agency handles options assessments and the aging waiver that can pay for personal care.

Getting to us from Ardmore

5 miles, about 15 minutes, via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway.

Lankenau, Bryn Mawr Hospital and Abington Hospital are the acute-care systems residents here usually come from.

Landmarks: Suburban Square, Ardmore Farmers Market, Ardmore Music Hall.

How Assisted Living Works for a Ardmore Family

Ardmore families usually arrive at assisted living after a hospitalization or a fall. The first weeks are about rebuilding the routine; the rest is about keeping it.

Distance matters as much as price: 5 miles from Ardmore, roughly 15 minutes via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Lankenau Medical Center (5 min) the nearest acute partner. Montgomery County personal care rates run $5,200 – $9,400 a month; our all-inclusive assisted living range is $5,900 to $7,500.

Why Families in Ardmore Choose Bell Elite for Assisted Living

Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities

Nurse oversight for assisted living

When assisted living needs change, the nurse revises the plan that week and calls the family — nothing waits for a corporate care conference or a quarterly reassessment.

Assisted Living in Ardmore: the setting

Rooms are furnished with what the resident brought from Ardmore — the chair, the photographs, the clock — because orientation for assisted living depends on familiar things.

What Ardmore families actually pay

One all-inclusive rate from $5,900 a month covers the room, meals, laundry, 24-hour caregivers, medication management and nurse oversight for assisted living. Montgomery County assisted living medians sit near $7,600 before care-level fees.

Getting to us from Ardmore

Video calls, group texts and a shared care calendar keep siblings out of state on the same page as the Ardmore family member doing the visiting.

How Assisted Living Works at Bell Elite

Our nurse-led process from first call to ongoing care

Step 1: Free Assessment

An RN conducts a comprehensive care assessment — reviewing medical history, medications, mobility, and daily living needs.

Step 2: Personalized Care Plan

Our nursing team builds an individualized care plan tailored to your loved one's specific needs, preferences, and health conditions.

Step 3: Move-In & Settling In

Your loved one moves into their private or semi-private room. Our caregivers help them feel at home and establish a daily routine.

Step 4: Daily Care & Monitoring

24-hour caregiver assistance, nurse-led medication management, three home-cooked meals daily, and regular health monitoring.

Step 5: Ongoing Communication

Regular updates from our nursing team, open-door visitation, and care plan reviews as needs evolve.

What's Included in Our Assisted Living

All-inclusive care with no hidden fees

Family communication and regular care updates
Private or semi-private room in a 6-resident home
24-hour caregiver assistance and supervision
Nurse-led medication management and health monitoring
Three home-cooked meals daily plus snacks and hydration
Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
Help with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services paperwork and county funding questions for assisted living
Coordination with Montgomery County home health, PT and hospice agencies when needed
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A Glimpse Inside Bell Elite

A warm, family-like residence — not an institution. Every space is designed for comfort, safety, and dignity.

Living room with fireplace
Chef's kitchen with island
Furnished bedroom
Bright sunroom with natural light
Modern bathroom with grab bars
Bell Elite home exterior

See It for Yourself

The best way to experience Bell Elite is in person. Tour our home, meet our nursing team, and feel the difference.

Is Assisted Living Right for Your Loved One?

Older adults who need help with daily living activities but want to remain in a warm, home-like setting rather than an institutional facility.

Not sure? Our nursing team offers free, no-pressure consultations to help you decide. Call (484) 356-1070 or schedule a tour.

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Serving Families from Ardmore, PA

5 miles from Ardmore — 15 minutes drive

a vibrant Main Line community straddling Montgomery and Delaware Counties, known for Suburban Square shopping and the Ardmore Farmers Market. Ardmore families value Bell Elite's nurse-led care and our short drive from the Main Line.

Families from Ardmore appreciate that Bell Elite is close to home, making visits easy and convenient. Our central location in Delaware County puts us within easy reach of Ardmore and the surrounding Main Line area.

Nearby Landmarks

  • Suburban Square
  • Ardmore Farmers Market
  • Ardmore Music Hall

Nearby Hospitals

  • Lankenau Medical Center (5 min)
  • Bryn Mawr Hospital (8 min)

Why Choose Bell Elite for Assisted Living in Ardmore?

Four reasons families trust us with their loved ones

Nurse-Led Care

Registered Nurse oversight of all care plans, medication management, and health monitoring — exceeding standard personal care home requirements.

Only 6 Residents

Our small home means personalized attention, consistent caregivers, and a family-like atmosphere — not an institutional facility.

Family-Owned

Owned and operated by a family, not a corporation. Decisions are made by people who know your loved one, not shareholders.

Licensed & Trusted

Pennsylvania-licensed personal care home with transparent pricing, open communication, and an open-door policy for families.

The Bell Elite Difference

Why families in Ardmore choose our nurse-led home over large facilities

Feature
Bell Elite
Typical Assisted Living
Nurse oversight
24/7 RN on-site and on call
Nurse visits periodically or on-call only
Resident count
Maximum 6 residents
50 to 200+ residents
Caregiver ratio
1:3 during day, 1:6 at night
1:15 to 1:20+
Staff consistency
Same caregivers every day
Rotating staff, high turnover
Care plan reviews
Weekly by RN
Monthly or quarterly
Family communication
Direct nurse access, open door
Scheduled calls, visiting hours
Environment
Real home, 6 residents
Institutional facility
Distance from Ardmore
5 miles (15 minutes)
Varies by facility

Transparent Pricing for Ardmore Families

All-inclusive rates with no hidden fees. VA benefits may reduce costs significantly.

Essential

$5,900/month

Personal care, meals, medication management, and daily activities

Most Popular

Supportive

$6,500/month

Enhanced care with additional assistance and health monitoring

Comprehensive

$7,500/month

Full care including memory care, specialized medical support, and more

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Estimate Your Ardmore Monthly Cost

All-inclusive rates, no level-of-care surcharges. Estimates use published Bell Elite rates and typical VA and long-term-care insurance offsets.

Care level

Estimated monthly

$6,500

$6,500 all-inclusive

• Room, meals and 24-hour caregivers included

• Daily registered-nurse oversight

• No community fee, no level-of-care upcharge

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What Families Say

"The nurse oversight gives us peace of mind that no other facility could match. Mom is safe, cared for, and happy."

Daughter of resident

Delaware County, PA

"With only 6 residents, the caregivers truly know my dad. It's like having him cared for in a family member's home."

Son of resident

Main Line, PA

"From the first tour, we felt the warmth. This isn't a facility — it's a home. The staff treats residents like their own family."

Family member

Philadelphia, PA

Assisted Living in Ardmore — Frequently Asked Questions

How do Montgomery County rates for assisted living compare with Bell Elite?

Montgomery County personal care homes publish $5,200 – $9,400 a month and assisted living medians sit near $7,600. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for assisted living — room, meals, 24-hour caregivers, medication management and nurse oversight — with no level-of-care add-ons.

How long is the drive from Ardmore for a assisted living visit?

Roughly 15 minutes by car (5 miles) using Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, so evening assisted living visits from Ardmore are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.

What oversight applies to assisted living in Montgomery County?

Pennsylvania DHS licenses personal care homes under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 and inspects them on a published schedule. Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services can also confirm which funding a Ardmore family qualifies for.Montgomery County personal care homes are licensed by DHS under Chapter 2600, with county protective services able to inspect on complaint.

Is assisted living the same as a nursing home?

No. Assisted living provides help with daily activities in a residential setting, while nursing homes provide skilled medical care for residents with complex health needs. Bell Elite offers assisted living in a small, home-like environment with nurse oversight — the best of both worlds. For a Ardmore family specifically, that means a 15 minutes drive to our door via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handling county funding questions.

What does assisted living include?

Bell Elite's assisted living includes 24-hour caregiver assistance, nurse-led medication management, three daily meals plus snacks, help with bathing/dressing/grooming, personal laundry, housekeeping, daily activities, and regular family communication — all in a small 6-resident home. For a Ardmore family specifically, that means a 15 minutes drive to our door via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handling county funding questions.

Are medications managed by a nurse or by caregivers?

A nurse manages medications — ordering, pouring, documenting and reconciling with the pharmacy — rather than leaving it to medication aides.

Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Ardmore veterans?

Yes. VA Aid and Attendance can offset roughly $2,100 a month of the $5,900 base rate for a qualifying veteran or surviving spouse, and we prepare the paperwork with the family. Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services also screens Montgomery County residents for state-funded care.

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